Pics: Celebs take to the voting stations

Mzansi's celebrities were out in full force on Wednesday to make their mark at the local government elections.

In the lead up to the elections celebrities have been speaking out about the importance of voting in an attempt to encourage young people to make their voices heard.

And on Wednesday a string of high-profile personalities led by example.

From rappers to TV and radio personalities - some of Mzansi's A-listers made their marks.

Here's what went down at the voting polls:

A photo posted by matli_mohapeloa (@matlimohapeloa) on Aug 3, 2016 at 4:10am PDT

A photo posted by Ntandoyenkosi (@kunene_ntando) on Aug 3, 2016 at 4:44am PDT

A photo posted by Kelly Khumalo (@kelly_khumalo) on Aug 3, 2016 at 4:28am PDT

A photo posted by Phindile Owner Gwala (@phindilegwala) on Aug 3, 2016 at 4:02am PDT

A photo posted by Bridget Masinga (@bridgetmasinga) on Aug 3, 2016 at 4:00am PDT

A photo posted by Arthur Mafokate (@arthurmafokate) on Aug 3, 2016 at 3:32am PDT

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